Latin Suffixes

-ain (pertaining to, Connected with)

Captain – a leader or head of a group or shipVillain – a wicked or evil personCertain – sure, definite
Fountain – a source or spring of waterMountain – a large natural elevation of the earth’s surfaceChieftain – the head of a clan or tribe
Domain – a territory owned or ruled by someonePlain – a flat, level area of landBargain – an agreement or deal
Maintain – to keep or preserve somethingObtain – to get or acquireContain – to hold within
Retain – to keep possession ofSustain – to support or upholdAbstain – to refrain from doing something
Detain – to hold back or keep in custodyEntertain – to amuse or engage

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-fy

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